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2026-04398 — Quarterly Status Report of Water Service, Repayment, and Other Water-Related Contract Actions

This report shares updates on water contracts managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, affecting farmers, cities, and businesses that rely on project water. It highlights new, ended, or ongoing contract changes that impact water delivery and payments, helping everyone stay in the loop about water use and costs. Expect updates on contract deadlines and money matters that keep water flowing smoothly through 2026.

2026-06411 — Quarterly Status Report of Water Service, Repayment, and Other Water-Related Contract Actions

This report shares updates on water contracts managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, affecting farmers, cities, and businesses that rely on project water. It highlights new, ended, or ongoing contract actions that impact how water is delivered and paid for, with some changes possibly affecting costs or timing soon. Everyone depending on these water projects should stay tuned for updates that could influence their water use and budgets.

2026-03776 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Recreation Survey Questions

The Bureau of Reclamation wants to keep using its recreation survey questions to learn how people enjoy public lands and water spots. They’re asking for public feedback by March 27, 2026, but no changes or extra costs are expected. This helps make sure the surveys stay easy and useful for everyone who visits these outdoor places.

2026-03654 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Diversions, Return Flow, and Consumptive Use of Colorado River Water in the Lower Colorado River Basin

The Bureau of Reclamation is asking for public feedback on renewing and updating how they collect info about water use from the Colorado River in the Lower Basin. This affects farmers, water managers, and communities relying on this water. Comments are open until March 26, 2026, and the goal is to keep water tracking clear without adding extra hassle or costs.

2026-02687 — Public Meeting of the Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management Work Group

The Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management Work Group is holding a public meeting on February 25-26, 2026, both in-person in Tempe, AZ, and online. This group helps decide how to manage the dam to protect the environment downstream, affecting local communities, wildlife, and water users. No big money changes are announced, but the meeting will share important updates and plans for the dam’s future.

2026-01591 — Change in Discount Rate for Water Resources Planning

Starting October 1, 2025, federal agencies will use a new discount rate of 3.25% for planning water and land projects, up from last year's 3.00%. This rate helps turn future costs and benefits into today's dollars, making it easier to decide which projects are worth it. If you’re involved in water resource planning, this change affects how you calculate project value through September 30, 2026.

Previous: 2025-23910 — Proposed Information Collection Activity; Children's Justice Act Program Instruction

The government wants to keep collecting info for the Children's Justice Act program for three more years, with no changes to the current rules. This affects states and territories that get grants to help investigate and handle child abuse cases carefully and fairly. If you have thoughts, you’ve got until February 27, 2026, to speak up—no extra costs or new paperwork are coming.

Next: 2025-23912 — Notice of Action: China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Targeting of the Semiconductor Industry for Dominance

The U.S. is taking action against China for unfairly targeting the semiconductor industry to gain control. Starting December 23, 2025, tariffs on Chinese semiconductors begin at 0% but will rise after 18 months, with the exact rate announced a month before. This affects companies using semiconductors in important fields like defense, cars, and medical devices, signaling a big shift in trade and costs soon.